Sometimes you just have to make something cute and happy, and I was sure feeling it when I made this card. I used one of my new Whimsy Stamps called You Moove Me; a Ki Hampton Art sentiment (old?); and a new Tutti die called Butterfly Strip.
Coloring was done with Copics and papers are combined from two different pads. Thought I’d show you how the buttons are inset to minimize dimension for easier mailing. In the photo below they look like skinny buttons, but they’re actually at least twice that thick. I punched 1/4” holes through the three layers on the image panel – the colored panel, the red mat, and the die cut border – then pushed the buttons through.
Pictured below is the back side of the panel where you can see the buttons flush with the mat.
Note #1: Since I couldn’t punch through three layers of cardstock I punched the butterflies first, then overlaid them on the image/mat combo and used them as a guide to punch the remaining two layers.
Note #2: My hole punch wouldn’t reach the center spot on the mat, so I used my piercing tool to poke continuous conjoining holes around the perimeter of where the 1/4” hole should be. Popped right out!
This card is already on its way somewhere to spread the happy. Oh, and, by the way, the inside sentiment says “You can never have too much happy”. Ain’t it the truth!
I thought I’d try not to talk your eyes out today, but I hope you had fun looking. I’ll be back when stamping happens. Enjoy your day!
Stamps: Whimsy Stamps You Moove Me, Ki sentiments (Hampton Art) Paper: Neenah Classic Crest Solar White, Real Red (SU!), Snap Wood & Notebook Basics designer paper, Echo Park Fine and Dandy designer paper Ink: Memento Tuxedo Black, Copics for coloring Accessories: Buttons, Tutti Butterfly Strip die
Oh now this does make you smile..what a character this 'moo cow' is..lol!! Sure to make the recipient very happy!! Clever way to do the buttons, makes a lot less chance of letting the PO rip it apart!!! Super cute and fun card, and I just love that cow stamp!!
I will be gone until Tuesday...so have a safe and fun Memorial weekend!!
Posted by: Diane Hover | 05/26/2016 at 02:28 AM
Oh I love that cow!! What a super card and as always so beautifully done!
Posted by: Ros Crawford | 05/26/2016 at 02:53 AM
Oh my! I got so excited about how wonderful this is that I pinned even before I commented. I don't usual get excited over cute cards, but this one goes to the top of my favorites. And thanks for button details.
Posted by: Gail | 05/26/2016 at 05:46 AM
LOL ... well you've certainly made me smile! LOVE this Moo Cow (she looks like a Bessie to me ... just sayin' lol) and of course your coloring is perfect! The new Tutti butterflies are a fabulous addition and like Diane said ... great tip on the buttons. Happy Memorial Day weekend my friend! Thanks for fun and inspiration ... always a pleasure to come here for a visit!!
Posted by: Darlene Pavlick | 05/26/2016 at 07:08 AM
Love this fabulous card Leslie, gorgeous image, that face sure makes you smile. lol... amazing colouring and beautiful butterfly broader with stitching detail..
Pam x
Posted by: pam | 05/26/2016 at 07:22 AM
cute. have a great day
Posted by: Yogi | 05/26/2016 at 08:07 AM
You enjoy your day Leslie! This Country cow has such August Fair cuteness all over it!
Posted by: Patti Willey | 05/26/2016 at 08:28 AM
True...never enough happy! This is a darling card...fabulous use of buttons with that great finish. Happy-happy, for certain.
Posted by: Evelyn in Oregon | 05/26/2016 at 10:12 AM
Oh my goodness this is just so adorably cute.
Posted by: Ida P. Krause | 05/26/2016 at 10:41 AM
Cute cow, great stitching, awesome die! Wonderful card.
Posted by: Lynette | 05/26/2016 at 05:26 PM
Ack! Love this! Oh my Leslie this is fabulous, it sure makes me smile and love the sentiment you put inside as well. Love all your layering of papers and your tip on the buttons! Your colouring rocks, and love how you used the die cuts. That butterfly strip is awesome - I just might need to get that! A happy card for sure. Big sigh - you always inspire me so! Enjoy your day.
Posted by: Pauline | 05/26/2016 at 05:41 PM
You can never talk my eyes out girlie LOL!This is just adorable and certainly sure to spread the happies!
Posted by: Sue Kment | 05/26/2016 at 09:19 PM
Oh Leslie this for sure has brought a huge smile to my face, your coloring is just wonderful, especially love how you did his nose, and all the white highlighting!! Love your tip for the buttons, they always seem to give quite the dimension to our cards don't they. Love the papers you picked to bring out the country feel to this, someone is going to be thrilled when they get this!!
Posted by: Conniecrafter | 05/27/2016 at 07:23 AM
I couldn't help but smile when I saw this card! I just love all the colors combinations. Thanks for that great tip about the buttons - and I love the butterfly strip, and I think the cow is just awesome!! Have a wonderful Holiday weekend!
Posted by: Nancy C. | 05/27/2016 at 11:46 AM
Cutest card ever! I could stare at this sweet thing all day just admiring every detail! Plus, it makes me smile!
Posted by: Linda Carson | 05/29/2016 at 05:56 AM
Oh, Leslie, this big ole cow makes me SMILE!! Hehe! I love her and love the amazing design with the butterflies and the buttons! And your DP with the stitching are perfect! I just keep looking at her and smiling! Love it! Hugs!
Posted by: CherylQuilts | 05/29/2016 at 12:52 PM
Clever way to inset the buttons Leslie. This cow is adorable and your coloring is fabulous. Super cute and made me smile big!
Posted by: Stacy Morgan | 06/03/2016 at 10:21 AM